Dr. Jared Preston, MD
Dr. Jared Preston is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Providence, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Preston has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#121 in New Jersey) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 27 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Preston performs below average in knee (15 vs 53 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Preston's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
New Providence is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New Providence area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Preston first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Preston's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Preston Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
New Providence, NJ 07974
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Preston
How does Dr. Preston's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Preston has performed 27 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Preston ranks #120 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Preston perform?
Dr. Preston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Preston in New Providence?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in New Providence in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all New Jersey surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Preston represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Preston's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Preston perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Preston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Preston affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Preston is affiliated with Overlook Medical Center, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc, Morristown Medical Center.
How does Dr. Preston compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Providence?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in New Providence, Dr. Preston ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Preston is among the highest-volume surgeons in New Providence.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Preston practices?
Overlook Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Morristown Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New Providence, New Jersey
Dr. Preston's 27 Medicare procedures are below the New Providence average of 60. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Providence.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Leary | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Erickson | 11 | Shoulder |
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